Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions have reduced by 80%
Through this campus-wide initiative to steer, connect, support and streamline sustainability efforts across campus, Sustainable Stanford strives to lead by example as a living lab of sustainability principles in action.
Featured News & Stories
Stanford achieves Climate Registry Platinum
The Climate Registry is a non-profit organization that empowers North American organizations to be climate leaders in measuring and reducing carbon emissions. Stanford earns 2021 Climate Registered Platinum for the fourth year in a row.
Stanford Energy Systems Innovations (SESI)
SESI powers the university with innovative solutions that result in the most sustainable and efficient use of resources. Check out the new site for more info!
Living Lab Summit kicks off Earth Month at Stanford
Stanford operates its own energy, water, and waste systems and is one of the largest residential campuses in the country. Where better to test innovative solutions to sustainability challenges? The summit gathered students, faculty, and staff to celebrate the ongoing work and collaborations of making Stanford more sustainable.
Stanford launches the Living Lab Fellowship Program for Sustainability
The inaugural program is supporting 16 students working on interdisciplinary projects that directly contribute to the university’s sustainability objectives.
Expanding Waste Sorting Stations Across Campus
As part of improvements to its waste management infrastructure, Stanford is transitioning to shared waste, recycling, and composting stations. Half of the university has made the switch; the second half will make transition in the coming year.
Outstanding Waste Prevention
Stanford has won an award for Outstanding Waste Prevention from the California Resource Recovery Association for the innovative Cardinal Clean Program. Learn more about Cardinal Clean, and how you can use it, at the link below!
Student Opportunities to Advance Campus Sustainability
Apply for an internship or fellowship to address real-world challenges and develop scalable, sustainable solutions right here at Stanford University!
Sustainability Year in Review
View Stanford’s sustainability progress in the last year.
Sustainability Events Around Campus